Prosecutors in the Nauman Hussain trial say the former limo operator bears “personal responsibility” for the deaths when the vehicle crashed in Schoharie. Hussein faces 20 counts of criminally negligent homicide in the 2018 crash that killed 18 in the limo and 2 bystanders.
The City on Oneonta is screening the documentary film “A Matter of Place” on Wednesday at 7:00 p.m. in the Council Chambers at City Hall. It addresses housing discrimination which producers say is one of the most shrouded and misunderstood civil rights issues.
Opportunities For Otsego is seeking input from the community to get a better understanding of the challenges and resources needed so everyone may reach their full potential. The nenpropit posted an onlie survey and the link is at its Facebook page.
The Fly Creek Cider Mill & Orchard near Cooperstown opens for the season May 12. . This year’s opening is particularly special as it marks the 150th anniversary of the Michaels family running a small business in Otsego County.
SUNY Oneonta needs volunteers for its annual Move Out event. Help is needed to set up and run the “Free Sale” at the ReUse Center on Duane Street in Oneonta on May 22 and May 23. Contact the Office of Sustainability if you can help.
All SUNY Oneionta faculty & staff are invited to the annual spring picnic. Enjoy Brooks BBQ and celebrate the accomplishments of the past year. Monday, May 22, 11:30 a.m. – 1 p.m. in the Dewar Arena, Alumni Field House. RSVP required by Wed. May 17.
All levels of the Oneonta municipal parking garage are closed after an inspection found more structural issues. According to the city, A routine deterioration. Officials say the garage remauins closed until it can be re-evaluated by the city’s structural engineer. The bus terminal will remain open.
A homeless man is apprehended on multiple charges after holding Norwich Police at bay for several hours. Police say the man barricaded himself in a Henry Street apartment’s closet. After surrendering he was turned over to Sidney Police.
The U.S. Department of Housing and Urban Development awarded $34 million to New York for increasing and preserving the supply of decent, safe and affordable housing for low-income households including the homeless. The grant fund is capitalized by contributions from mortgage providers Fannie Mae and Freddie Mac
Norwich officials are looking to create a city flag and they are reaching out to the community’s input. The city has never had a flag before. Visit the city’s Facebook page for informartion on joining the Flag Initiative committee.